Skamania County Community Health

09/23/2025

Flu season is here — protect yourself and your loved ones!
Get your flu shot at our clinic. Quick, easy, and effective.
📞 Call 509-427-3850 to schedule your appointment today!

09/04/2025

09/03/2025

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM PDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Afternoon high temperatures in the mid to upper 90s and
overnight low temperatures in the mid 60s to lower 70s expected.

* WHERE...Western and Central Columbia River Gorge and the Hood River Valley.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Increasing high clouds may limit high
temperatures on Wednesday compared to Tuesday, however
probabilities for high temperatures above 90 degrees on Wednesday are high, ranging from 75-95%.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in a cool place during the heat of the
day, stay out of the sunshine, and check up on relatives and
neighbors. For those without air conditioning, use fans to keep air
moving. Keeps windows closed during the day and open at night,
unless air quality is degraded due to wildfire smoke.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

09/02/2025

08/21/2025

During hot and humid weather, your body's ability to cool itself is challenged in ways you may not expect. Stay by learning the symptoms of excessive heat exposure and the appropriate responses.

08/21/2025

National Weather Service Extreme Heat Warning: dangerously hot conditions with high temps 95-103F Gorge-wide, and across the Portland metro area -11am Friday (8/22/25) through Tuesday AM (8/26). US National Weather Service Portland Oregon Columbia Gorge News Skamania Fire District 1 Stevenson- Carson community watch/ and information Stevenson Fire Department City of Stevenson, Washington Government Stevenson Downtown Association - A Main Street Organization Skamania County Fire District 6 Skamania County Fire District 4 Skamania County Fire District 5 Skamania County Sheriff's Office Skamania EMS & Rescue Skamania County Senior Services Skamania County Community Health

08/07/2025

Extreme Heat Watch
Issued for Sunday, August 10 - Monday, August 11, 2025

What:
• High Temperatures of 90-102
• Low Temperatures of 60-70
• Moderate to Major HeatRisk - this level of heat affects most individuals sensitive to heat

Where:
• Columbia River Gorge, Upper Hood River Valley, Southwest Washington Lowlands, Willamette Valley

Preparedness Actions:
• Stay hydrated
• Don't leave people or animals in vehicles
• Take frequent breaks from the heat
• Check on those vulnerable to heat
• Beware of cold water shock: wear a life jacket when swimming in local rivers and lakes
• View the latest local weather: weather.gov/portland

Cooling Centers
Locations are available for the public to have a safe place to cool off when temperatures rise. Only available during normal business hours. Occupants must adhere to all location rules.

Stevenson Community Library
120 NW Vancouver Ave
Stevenson, WA 98648
509-427-5471
Mon-Sat 10:00 am-6:00 pm

Columbia Gorge Museum
990 SW Rock Creek Dr
Stevenson, WA 98648
509-427-8211
Mon-Sun 10:00 am-5:00 pm

06/27/2025

We’re excited to announce this new class! Please don’t hesitate to call us with any questions. 509-427-3850

06/26/2025

Skamania County requires applications be submitted with the candidates signature. Applications may be submitted as follows: Via Email: Sara Slack and/or Cora Moser Human Resources In Person or Via postal: Skamania County Courthouse 240 NW Vancouver Avenue PO BOX 790 Stevenson, WA 98648